General Transit Bus Garage Mechanic D- L689

This job opening is being used to fill current and future vacant positions in this classification at various shifts, locations and assigned days off.

ORDER OF PREFERENCE: The selection for Maintenance and Construction is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide and external candidates, respectively.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The General Transit Bus Garage Mechanic performs skilled vehicle maintenance that includes troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, assembly and/or installation of automotive/diesel engines, transmissions, large and small electric/pneumatic/hydraulic components, chassis and vehicle body repairs for bus and automotive fleet, in the operation maintenance and repair of Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)’s vehicles and equipment.

Principal Job Duties

Other Duties

Twelve (12) months after an employee achieves a particular grade level (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A and AA), he/she shall advance to the next grade level provided he/she has taken and passed the required written and practical test(s), acquired the applicable certifications and has met the other requirements.

• Performs, in compliance with established procedures and maintenance standards, basic to more complexed maintenance work on WMATA vehicles, to ensure safety and reliability of parts and equipment.
• Utilizes established procedures for operation, installation, maintenance and repair of WMATA’s vehicles and equipment
• Performs major repairs on all designated component parts of vehicles and analyzes and corrects those components having special or new problems, to appropriately maintain a safe operation and maintenance of WMATA vehicles and related components.
• Performs major engine work by conducting technical diagnostics, to ensure continuity of operations and reliability of parts and equipment.
• Performs all task conformance with safety and maintenance practices and procedures, to comply with safety regulations and conduct all activities in a safe, efficient manner.
• Uses various types of test equipment and related specialized tools associated with job assignment, in accordance with applicable codes and principle standards. Completes required documentation and reports by using the proper forms and tags
• Responds to and assists in emergencies such as securing or safeguarding WMATA vehicles and equipment, fire/life/safety and snow emergencies, to promote the Authority’s transit-supporting goals and to provide high-quality customer service.
• Performs tasks which may include heavy physical labor. Works various hours, locations, and days as required.

The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.